Shaving is when a boy turns into a man. Something that can cut you up during this rite of passage. You get better at most things with practice, but a well-made razor will help you get the tightest, smoothest shave.
Because you are putting a knife to your own throat, there is no reason not to be careful when picking out your weapon. A few basics: You want a razor that can follow the curves of your face and get rid of hair without making your skin look like it was shaved with a cheese grater. Having a lot of blades isn’t as important as having good ones, or we’d already have razors with 30 or more blades.
Being able to move around is also important. You don’t want to keep going over the same patch. If you don’t want your skin to look like leather after shaving too much, look for features that keep the skin from drying out, like a wetness strip that will help heal your skin while you shave and give you a rough idea when the blade is dull.
“Because shaving is so personal, getting the right razor is very important.” Chris Beastall, founder of the famous men’s grooming blog Ape To Gentleman, says, “The weight and shape of the razor will affect your shave, how you use it, and how it glides over the skin.” “Try out a few different handles first, then look at blades.” Also, remember that blades have different weights, which changes how sharp they are.
If you don’t use a straight razor correctly in front of the bathroom mirror, you could have a rash that looks like severe acne. Once you’ve chosen your razor, there are also general shaving rules. When you shower before shaving, your pores will open up, making your skin less hot. Also, your skin will be clean, which will help keep it from getting irritated or even infected by dirt.
Lloyd Hughes, creative head of Men-ü, says that if you shave every day or every other day, you should change your blade every three weeks. “Generally, if you feel like putting too much pressure on your skin to get a close shave, it’s time to switch. If you don’t, you could damage your skin and get shaving rash.”
HOW TO KEEP YOUR RAZOR IN GOOD SHAPE
It’s essential to clean your face well after every shave. If there is hair on your face, it can get stuck in the blades and make a home for germs.
Please don’t hit the razor to get the hair out when you wash it. This could change the blades’ alignment and make the frame less stable. If you spend a lot of money on the best razor, you don’t want that.
Putting it on a towel to dry is another mistake. You might think you’re making your blade last longer, but you’re not. It’s best to let things dry in the air. Also, you might lie when you say the towel is clean.
He says that if you can afford it and want to, you should get a new blade every time you shave. People who sell razors often say they can be used for three or four shaves, but it depends on how thick the hair is. On the other hand, I think you should only use them once, especially if they bother you. Put on a new one, use it, or throw it away. It always gives you a clean, sharp shave.
THE BEST RAZORS FOR MEN
BIC
For a pen company to start making razors doesn’t seem like a natural next step, but Bic’s throwaway razors have been a fan favorite since the 1970s. Men have trusted these disposable razor blades for generations, as the company’s name has become a verb for shaving.
But the company is also slowly moving into more lasting products. The Flex 4 razor is an excellent example of this. The head can be turned around to fit the shape of your face better and has four blades.
ROCKWELL RAZOR
Suppose you want to buy a new safety razor or move to a traditional razor; getting the whole set is worth the extra money. You can mix and match many good things, but most of the time, you’ll save more money if you buy everything at once.
The shaving bowl and brush with this package make it worth the price. These extras will make sure that your shave is as enjoyable as possible.
The T2 razor from Rockwell is, of course, the best thing in this kit. The “twist-to-open” feature on this safety razor makes it very simple to switch out the blades. It also has a shave setting that you can always change to get the proper shave.
Tip: The Rockwell’s shave settings can be changed, making it easier for new users to start shaving immediately and skip the learning curve and cuts.
GILLETTE
A business that is constantly changing and wants to stay on the cutting edge of new ideas. Gillette spends more money on research and development than any other shaving company. It’s easy to laugh at its silly ads, but these are the facts. That’s the reason they work.
The ProGlide makes it easy to get a close shave. Its much-touted FlexBall technology quickly moves the razor over hard and soft facial features. The thin blades give sensitive skin a close cut. Great for both beginners and experts.
HARRY’S
Harry’s is not a store that sells a variety of razors. Instead, it is a subscription service based in the US that has recently moved to the UK. Its rise is due to the dependability of two cheap razors built to the highest standards and look good enough to put on a bathroom shelf.
The Winston razor has a polished zinc and chrome finish, five blades, a flex hinge, and a precise trimmer. It is designed to be comfortable to use and works perfectly.
KING OF SHAVES
This British brand has been around for a long time, and its razors are practical, effective, and cheap. They don’t have any extra features. The company’s father started it in 1993 because he couldn’t find a gentle razor for his skin.
Japan makes the blades, so they know something about making sharp steel. However, the new range has some modern touches as well. For example, the Hyperglide has a unique “superhydrophobic” coating that slips the blade face. This makes it better at lubrication. The bendable head lets you shave closer, and the back of the cartridge has a trimming blade for shaping and edging.
PHILIPS
With a product that is truly unique in the men’s beauty aisle, Philips is slowly making its way into the clean-shaven market. The OneBlade is a razor, shaver, trimmer, and (no awards for guessing) razor. It has one blade that can move 200 times per second. You can trim, edge, and shave with this combination blade, which has three lengths. It won’t pull or burn your skin.
It’s a good choice if you like to switch between fashion stubble, shorter beards, and clean-shaven looks. You can use it wet or dry; the blade is supposed to last up to four months, which is nice. Worth the money? We believe it.
WILKINSON SWORD
As a company that makes sabers and guns, Wilkinson Sword knows a lot about making a razor that cuts hair close. Its German-made blades are still hard to beat after more than 50 years. The company made its first safety razor in 1962.
With its refreshing gel strip that works to pump moisture back into the skin as it moves across, the Hydro 5 is the best of the bunch right now. The five-blade design has guards that keep hairs from getting caught between the blades and irritating. This makes it great for people who have never shaved before.
DORCO
Dorco is a family business that has been making razors for 60 years and has spent that time getting better at them. Their name might not be as well known as others on this list. The company has a history of developing new ideas and making its goods brands for supermarkets worldwide. It is based in South Korea, which is a technology hub.
The sleek Dorco Classic razor has the first seven blades in the world. It also has a strip filled with vitamins and nourishing oils to soothe your skin while it works. And the best part is that its ergonomic form means you won’t have to go over the same spot twice.
BOLIN WEBB
British people can be proud of some names, and Bolin Webb is one of them. Many awards have been given to the company, which is praised for its unwavering commitment to design and the high quality of its products.
Bolin Webb’s X1 Carbon and Stand is the razor you’d be happy to show off in your bathroom. The body has a carbon fiber top panel often found in high-end cars and a Gillette Fusion blade on top. It’s like the Lamborghini of razors. Of course. There are cheaper choices in this range, but they all look the same and come with a warranty lasting up to five years.
CORNERSTONE
The Cornerstone razor is the perfect example of sleek minimalism. It looks classy without losing performance. The five blades are made of Japanese chromium steel and are meant to cause as little discomfort as possible. An aloe vera strip helps soothe the skin as you use the blades.
The company’s personalized subscription service will send the items you need to your door regularly based on how often you shave.
